The Ringer's Philly Special Eagles Trade for Jaelan Phillips! Reaction With Zach Berman.
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Nov 3, 2025 Zach Berman, a National NFL reporter for The Athletic, joins to unpack the Eagles' trade for pass rusher Jaelan Phillips. They discuss the implications of Phillips' versatility and how he fits into the team's pass-rush strategy. Concerns about his injury history are addressed, alongside insights into Miami's motivation for the trade. The duo also explores the impact of recent cornerback changes, evaluates NFC contenders, and predicts potential trades before the deadline. Exciting insights for Eagles fans!
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Calculated Deadline Swing For Pass Rush
- The Eagles traded a 2026 third-round pick for Jaelan Phillips to upgrade their pass rush immediately.
- Zach Berman and Sheil Kapadia view it as a sensible, low-cost swing to boost Super Bowl odds despite injury risk.
Familiarity Lowers Scheme Risk
- Vic Fangio's prior work with Phillips makes him a known schematic fit for the Eagles.
- Berman believes Fangio likely signed off on the acquisition, reducing scheme-integration risk.
Trade Cost Matches Market Reality
- The trade price (bottom of third-round) matches market rates for starting-quality edge rushers at the deadline.
- The Eagles used a non-original third-rounder, minimizing long-term cost while accepting rental risk.